Several Southern Alberta irrigation districts to be upgraded with $815-million investment
LETHBRIDGE, AB – Farmers throughout much of the region can expect to see their irrigation systems upgraded in the near future.
Last week, the federal government announced $10-billion for major infrastructure initiatives, which includes $1.5-billion for irrigation. Of that, $815-million will go to projects in Alberta.
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“This historic investment in irrigation infrastructure will create thousands of jobs and support Alberta’s economic recovery, while strengthening our competitive advantage,” says Premier Jason Kenney. “Agriculture is the beating heart of Alberta’s economy and as global demand for agri-food products continues to grow, our producers and irrigation districts will be better positioned to meet that demand for generations to come.”